Outdoor & garden power in Exeter
Prices Illustrative
Range £180–£910 · Devon avg £380
Outdoor & garden power in Exeter typically costs £385, with most jobs between £180 and £910, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 4–6 hrs on site; the next local slot is in 6 days. Prices include testing and certificate.
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Outdoor & garden power across Exeter and EX1, EX2, EX3, EX4. Fixed price after a free survey.
Recent outdoor & garden power jobs near Exeter
Outdoor & garden power for a terraced house, tested and certified same visit.
Oct 2026
Outdoor & garden power in a 1970s bungalow, including minor remedial work.
Aug 2026
Outdoor & garden power for a rented flat, landlord met on site.
Jun 2026
Outdoor & garden power in Exeter: key facts
- Typical price £385
- Range £180–£910
- 4–6 hrs on site
- Next slot: 6 days
- 48 local electricians
- Prices Illustrative
Where work has recently been completed around Exeter
Prices Illustrative- Outdoor & garden power
- Other jobs
- Emergencies
| Area | Postcode | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Heavitree | EX1 7 | 1.7 mi |
| St Thomas | EX4 1 | 0.5 mi |
| Pinhoe | EX4 3 | 2.9 mi |
| Alphington | EX2 7 | 1.3 mi |
| Pennsylvania | EX4 1 | 1.4 mi |
| Whipton | EX4 8 | 2.2 mi |
What Exeter customers typically pay
Download CSVMethod: illustrative 2026 prices for outdoor & garden power within 10 miles of Exeter, grouped in £50 bands. Prices include VAT, testing and certificate.
How Exeter compares
| Area | Typical | Range | Next slot |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exeter | £385 | £180–£910 | 6 days |
| Topsham | £420 | £200–£990 | 3 days |
| Cranbrook | £390 | £185–£930 | 2 days |
| Devon average | £380 | £180–£900 | 4 days |
| UK average | £435 | £200–£1,080 | 6 days |
What happens on the day
- 08:00Arrive
Quick survey and confirm the fixed price.
- 08:15Isolate
Power off at the main switch; fridge and alarms noted.
- 08:30Work
Outdoor & garden power carried out.
- 12:00Test
Insulation, earth and RCD tests to BS 7671.
- 12:45Power on
Circuits re-energised and labelled.
- 13:00Paperwork
Certificate emailed the same day.
Exeter local facts
checked 29 October 2026| Council | Exeter City Council handles building control for Exeter. | GOV.UK |
|---|---|---|
| Network operator | National Grid (South West) runs the local network. Power cuts: call 105. | National Grid |
| Housing | Mixed: Victorian terraces, post-war estates, new builds. | ONS Census 2021 |
| Coastal | Inland: standard outdoor fittings are usually fine. | Met Office |
| Regulations | Fuse box, rewire and new circuits are notifiable under Part P. | GOV.UK |
What Exeter customers say
16 reviews“Turned up when they said, outdoor & garden power done and tested in 4–6 hours. Price matched the quote.”
— Customer, Chapel Street, Exeter · Sep 2026
How much does outdoor & garden power cost in Exeter?
Outdoor & garden power in Exeter typically costs £385, with most jobs between £180 and £910, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 4–6 hrs on site; the next local slot is in 6 days. Prices include testing and certificate.
How long does outdoor & garden power take in Exeter?
Usually 4–6 hrs on site. Your power is off for most of that time, so plan around fridges and alarms.
How soon can an electrician come out in Exeter?
The next available slot near EX1, EX2, EX3, EX4 is in 6 days. 48 electricians cover Exeter.
How much to put an outside socket in Exeter?
A weatherproof outside socket off an indoor circuit is usually £180–£385. Running power to a shed, workshop or garden office with armoured cable is nearer £910, depending on distance and digging.
Which areas near Exeter do you cover for outdoor & garden power?
We list electricians working across Exeter and nearby spots like Heavitree and St Thomas, covering EX1, EX2, EX3, EX4. Homes here are mostly Victorian and Edwardian terraces, post-war estates and student lets. A typical job costs £385 on our illustrative local prices.
How do Exeter prices for outdoor & garden power compare with Topsham?
Exeter typically comes in at £385 and Topsham at £420, with Devon as a whole around £380. The gap is mostly down to property type and travel, so a quote from a firm in either town is worth having.
Do you cover the villages round Exeter, like Heavitree and St Thomas?
We do. The outdoor & garden power prices on this page already include jobs in Heavitree, St Thomas, Pinhoe, Alphington, Pennsylvania, Whipton. Village visits are usually booked on the same days as Exeter work, so the next slot (in 6 days) normally applies to you too.
How do I get proper power to a garden office in Exeter?
Not with an extension lead. Most garden offices in Exeter get an armoured cable from the house, a small board in the office and its own RCD. Expect about £385 for a short run, more for long gardens or heaters. You can save by digging the trench yourself.
Who signs off outdoor & garden power work in Exeter?
Your electrician, if they're on a scheme like NICEIC. They test the work, issue an Electrical Installation Certificate and notify Exeter City Council building control. Hiring someone who isn't registered means paying the council to inspect it, which costs far more.
How do I check an electrician is properly registered?
Look them up on the NICEIC, NAPIT or ELECSA register using their name or postcode, not just the logo on a van. Ask for their registration number and a copy of their insurance. A good electrician will happily send both before you book.
Should I get more than one quote?
Two or three is sensible. Compare what's included, not just the total: testing, certificates, making good, and how they price any extra faults found. The cheapest quote often leaves things out that turn up on the final bill.
What outdoor fittings last near the sea?
Inland, IP44 is the minimum, but IP65 lasts longer in Devon rain. Make sure every outdoor circuit has RCD protection.
Who do I call in a power cut in Exeter?
National Grid (South West) runs the network here. If the whole street is dark, call 105, it's free and they'll give you a time. If it's only your house, check your trip switches first, then call an electrician.
- Emergency electricianfrom £90
- EICR / landlord certificatefrom £150
- Fuse box replacementfrom £455
- Full rewirefrom £3,835
- Illustrative prices refreshed for 2026.
- Added job map and price chart.
- Page first published.